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El Dorado/Shady Creek
Overview
El Dorado/Shady Creek offers a tranquil retreat for travelers looking to explore the rolling plains of the Kansas Flint Hills. Situated near one of the state's largest recreational reservoirs, this park provides a welcoming atmosphere for those seeking a break from the highway. Visitors often appreciate the quiet, natural setting that allows for a genuine connection with the local landscape. It serves as a comfortable and reliable home base for exploring the rich history and outdoor beauty of Butler County while maintaining a relaxed, friendly vibe.
Location & Surroundings
The park is conveniently positioned just outside of El Dorado, Kansas, providing a perfect balance between rural serenity and urban convenience. Its proximity to the expansive El Dorado State Park means guests are never far from the water's edge or scenic overlooks. The surrounding area is characterized by the unique topography of the Flint Hills, offering wide-open skies and stunning golden sunsets. Travelers will find easy access to local grocery stores and dining options while remaining immersed in a peaceful prairie environment.
Amenities & Park Features
Designed with the modern RVer in mind, the park features spacious full hookup sites that accommodate a variety of rig sizes, including large motorhomes and fifth wheels. The layout includes level pull-through sites to simplify the arrival and setup process for tired travelers. On-site facilities focus on practicality and comfort, offering laundry and shower facilities that are well-maintained for guest use. The park is also pet-friendly, ensuring that your four-legged travel companions have plenty of fresh air during their stay in the heart of Kansas.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
The primary draw for the area is the nearby El Dorado State Park, a haven for boating, fishing, and hiking enthusiasts. The lake is well-known for its excellent crappie and walleye fishing, while miles of multi-use trails cater to horseback riders and hikers alike. For those interested in local culture, the Kansas Oil Museum and the Coutts Museum of Art are just a short drive away. Additionally, the city of Wichita is close enough for a convenient day trip to explore regional zoos, botanical gardens, and shopping districts.
Who This Park Is Best For
This destination is an excellent choice for outdoor lovers and anglers who want to maximize their time on the water without a long commute. It is also ideal for long-term travelers looking for a stable, quiet environment to rest for a few weeks. Because of its straightforward layout and easy access to major highways, it suits those needing a reliable overnight stopover without the noise of a crowded city center. Whether you are a solo traveler or a family on a summer road trip, the park offers a relaxed pace.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Alisha Gibbs
This was a great weekend, my family will definitely be returning to the cabins. They were in great condition. I wish i had gotten more pictures because when i was booking i couldnt find any for reference. Very clean, cozy, and adorable. it had a grill, fire pit, swings, and everything you might forget to bring on a trip; like hand/dish soap, or utensils.
Debby White
Employees know nothing! Can't tell you what spots are open or reserved, and make you go hunt for a spot! All while pulling your 40 ft RV! Can't even tell you which areas have 50 amp! Train your staff!!! Camp grounds are weed infested, with dead tree limbs laying everywhere. I mean brown dried up and obviously there for quite a while. Grass needed mowing, and dumpsters overflowing. Never saw a campground host at all while there. Honestly don't think well visit again.
Ed McIntosh
Great place for camping, swimming, hiking, fishing, or just hanging out with family and friends. Plenty of tent and rv/camper spots with picnic tables, fire rings, electric, and water hook ups.
Steve Wodke
Enjoy coming to El Dorado lake so handy when traveling South. Check in is not easy. The self check in should be in each campground . Could be made easier.
Brian
Water was low, but still really nice to visit... lots rocks and scenery to photograph
Jennie Apel
Like the lake and surroundings. People in the office are friendly but some of the rules here for camping are outrageous though. As well as the prices.
Regina Slider
Really enjoyed our stay here, we camped for 4 nights and it was beautiful 😍 Lakeside sites lots of birds to watch and it's very clean and well maintained We'll be back 😁
Jacob Kane
Well managed, place was very clean. Alot of great fishing spots.
Attie Pelnar
Who is in charge of stocking and cleaning the bathrooms? Big oak bathrooms are very dirty, ran out of toilet paper by 8pm on a Saturday and the men's is over 100 degrees. The women's is so wet that there is water running down the walls. Bugs line the stalls and are piled on top of the urinals which are constantly wet from the moisture of the leaking toilets. There were coins in the urinals which stopped up the drain which lead to men not flushing. The makeshift PVC showerheads that leak more than produce a stream to shower leave much to the imagination. I overheard a young child crying to his mother that he did not want to go into the bathroom because it was yucky. Paying customers should be able to expect a clean, well maintained facility. Especially in today's Covid climate. If the restrooms do not meet my expectations at a fast food restaurant, there's a number to call. Should that be the state park manager? Please know that the camp hosts are very nice, however their dogs bark incessantly.. I do not expect a thorough cleaning of a public restroom from them unless this is the expectation of the job. If this is the case then there is zero oversight to ensure expectations are met. I also do not expect building maintenance for the camp host to manage. Again however, if they're in charge of pressure washing the outside of the building to get rid of the bugs, dirt and mold on the outside of the building then there is zero oversight occurring to ensure this is done. There should be oversight that occurs that ensures cleanliness any day of the week.. We were there Thursday through Sunday and not once were the bathrooms closed for a daily cleaning. Very disappointing considering these are the bathrooms open year round.
Victoria Pohl
I love El Dorado. We camp there every month during the spring summer and fall. There are designated swimming beaches or there is access to the lake close to your campsite. We fish and swim wherever we want to. The campgrounds are children friendly. They can play games or ride their biked.